Full question:
I live in Kentucky and my marriage had been dissolved. I enjoyed a rather high standard of living during the marriage. My husband owned a large home located on 15 acres of property. My current income is not sufficient to maintain myself and is certainly not sufficient to maintain the style to which I became accustomed during the marriage. I had a temporary part-time job and that has ended now. I would like to have a good sum as maintenance for a decent living. What is the legal provision in Kentucky regarding maintenance?
- Category: Marriage
- Date:
- State: Kentucky
Answer:
In Kentucky, a spouse may receive maintenance if they lack sufficient property to meet their reasonable needs and cannot support themselves through appropriate employment. This applies especially if they are the custodian of children. To determine maintenance, the court considers several factors, including:
- The financial resources of the spouse seeking maintenance and their ability to meet their needs independently.
- The time needed to acquire education or training for suitable employment.
- The standard of living established during the marriage.
- The duration of the marriage.
- The age and physical and emotional condition of the spouse seeking maintenance.
- The ability of the other spouse to meet their own needs while also supporting the spouse seeking maintenance.
This provision is outlined in KRS § 403.200.
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